ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.” But cost reduction is no longer sufficient.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them. million, up from $1.9

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 20, 2024

Our webinar will cover a comprehensive guide for logistics professionals grappling with the stressors of the industry, like the pressure to optimize operations amidst tightening budgets and sustainability concerns.

Logistics 97

Logistics Budget Sustainability 97

ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. According to Jones, there four key areas in which modern software will enable and empower procurement: 1) Optimize automation.

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supply chain software solutions Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 130

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

We conclude that different types of loans may help e-commerce supply chains. Grown from the concept of the e-commerce supply chain – end-to-end process from product sourcing through delivery, it has become the determining factor in a business advantage. Here, we get another central point, the capital.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 15, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Lead generation is a pivotal process for business growth in any industry, including supply chain and logistics. Email and LinkedIn outreach campaigns enable sales teams to reach out to prospects and quickly convert them to customers without harming a company’s budget.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A well-defined procurement strategy is the key to optimizing your procurement process. Case Studies in Action Walmart’s Transformation : Walmart leveraged its procurement strategy for cost savings and supply chain efficiency. This reduced costs and fostered supplier innovation.

Procurement strategies 52

Procurement strategies Supply Chain Optimization Strategy Procurement 52

Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Can the complex global supply network survive the COVID-19 pandemic? Catch the on-demand webinar on building business continuity plans and business strategies for the short, mid and long-term. This is perhaps an extreme example, but it highlights how COVID-19 is causing severe disruptions to supply chains.

supply chain budgeting 52

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category Management as a Strategic Procurement Function Category management is regarded as a strategic procurement function as it helps drive value for the organization, such as reduced prices and costs, supply chain risks and timescales and focusing on building supplier relationships.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 28, 2023

And when it comes to price-performance, the reality is that enterprises are running analytics and AI workloads in data warehouses that are not optimized to run 100% of their workloads. It additionally requires each platform to have overlapping copies of data, implying issues with data governance, security and higher costs for data storage.

Data 73

Data Price Sourcing Quality 73

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Improved communication, regular performance assessments, and joint value creation efforts lead to better supplier performance, reduced risks, and potential cost savings through optimized partnerships. This results in better negotiation outcomes, improved quality, reduced costs, and enhanced overall value delivery.

Procurement 52

Procurement Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. It involves optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs while maintaining the quality of goods and services.

Procurement 52

Procurement Negotiation supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

Slimstock

MARCH 26, 2019

As international supply chain executive Sara Ireton indicates in Industry Week , it’s important to recognize “the success of one partner helps the success of the other.” For example, eLearning solutions, combined with webinars and workshops, can allow professionals in the field to further their learning.

Procurement 66

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

The executive component of S&OP is the eS&OP, where top management, middle managers, and specialists meet to balance supply and demand, align operational and financial planning, connect strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operations, and establish policy, strategy, risk, and budget changes via a disciplined discussion.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

We will decide and response faster in our supply chain and make higher quality operational and strategic decisions. See below slide from one of my webinars. I believe that soon enough it will become a must to provide new roles to young graduates for them to be interested in working in supply chain.

Supply Chain Efficiency 78

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JULY 20, 2023

At its core, managing spend refers to the process of strategically controlling and optimizing the financial resources allocated for procurement and purchasing activities. It involves analyzing, planning, and executing activities aimed at maximizing value while minimizing costs. Conclusion: Congratulations!

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Effective inventory management allows you to optimize your stock levels , minimize holding costs, and ensure timely order fulfillment. By understanding these common pitfalls and implementing the right strategies, you can ensure that your inventory is well-managed and optimized for success.

Inventory 52

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